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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Showing times and prices for Jan 14
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Wed, Jan 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 14 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Jan 14 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
05:00AM0h52
Manchester05:52AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€31One-way
0 transfers
02:46PM1h09
Manchester03:55PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€51One-way
0 transfers
06:46AM1h09
Manchester07:55AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€51One-way
0 transfers
08:46PM1h10
Manchester09:56PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€51One-way
0 transfers
07:06PM1h47
Manchester08:53PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€51One-way
0 transfers
03:41PM0h48
Manchester04:29PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€71One-way
0 transfers
05:00AM0h52
Manchester05:52AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€31One-way
0 transfers
04:46PM1h09
Manchester05:55PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€61One-way
0 transfers
06:46AM1h09
Manchester07:55AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€51One-way
0 transfers
07:46AM1h09
Manchester08:55AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€71One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 50 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:39 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:06 PM Manchester | 1h46 | 3:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:06 PM Manchester | 1h46 | 4:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:46 PM Manchester | 1h09 | 4:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:46 PM Manchester | 1h09 | 5:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:46 PM Manchester | 1h09 | 7:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM Manchester | 0h52 | 5:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:32 AM Manchester | 1h20 | 6:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 38m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 22:34 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
€5
TransPennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
€2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€6
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€32
first_transpennine_express frequency
13 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€25
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Manchester is on average 36 min for the 49 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Manchester by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 05: 32. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 22: 34.
Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Take the Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Manchester and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 34.
A day trip to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 36 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Manchester including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Manchester
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your journey to Liverpool from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transit options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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